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Is Buying a Cricut Explore Air 2 Really Worth it?

Have you thought about buying a Cricut Explore Air 2 but you’re just not sure if it’s worth it? This post will hopefully help you decide.

This post is sponsored by Cricut but my opinions and love for my Cricut Explore Air 2 is all my own. 

Is the Cricut Explore Air 2 worth it?

Ever since I became the proud owner of my Cricut Explore Air 2, I get messages from friends and readers asking me if I love the machine and I think that it’s worth the price. Usually my answer is a resounding yes! I absolutely love my machine(s) and use them frequently. Especially now that we’re home in quarantine. I’m labeling all the things, making face masks, crafts for my daughter’s room and our homeschool room. I’m even waiting on a box of supplies right now! If you’ve been thinking about getting a Cricut Explore Air 2, NOW IS THE TIME!  For ONE week only, Michaels.com is offering the Cricut Explore Air 2Cricut Explore Air 2 in mint for only $189! [Read more…] about Is Buying a Cricut Explore Air 2 Really Worth it?

How to Freeze and Regrow Green Onions – It’s Easier Than You Think

Learn how to freeze and regrow green onions to use all year long! It’s easier than you think! 

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Have you ever tried to regrow or freeze your green onions? Until recently I never gave it much thought. I used them in my recipe and just threw the scraps away. After a few grocery deliveries where I ordered them but didn’t get them because they were sold out, I thought it was time I tried to regrow them. I was pleasantly surprised at just how easy it is to freeze and regrow green onions. [Read more…] about How to Freeze and Regrow Green Onions – It’s Easier Than You Think

How to Make a Fancy Birthday Card with the Cricut Joy

Forgot that important birthday card? Don’t rush to the store!  Make your own fancy birthday card in under 3 minutes with the Cricut Joy!  

This post is sponsored by Cricut.  All opinions are my own. 

Crafting has never been easier thanks to the new Cricut Joy. The newest machine to the Cricut family may be small but it’s definitely mighty. The Cricut Joy is the smallest cutting and writing machine out there making it easy to take it on-the-go with you so you can craft practically anywhere.  Today I’m going to show you how to make your own fancy birthday card in just minutes with the Cricut Joy. [Read more…] about How to Make a Fancy Birthday Card with the Cricut Joy

Simple Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

If you’re looking for a cheap and easy meal idea that everyone will love, add this simple Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe to your meal plan today! tuna-pasta-salad-recipe

If this outbreak has taught me anything, it’s taught me I have to keep a variety of meals on my meal plan so none of us get tired of the same dinners over and over. That means getting creative in the kitchen and whipping up meals that I haven’t made in  years. This simple but delicious Tuna Pasta Salad recipe is one of those meals. [Read more…] about Simple Tuna Pasta Salad Recipe

Daily Cleaning Schedule – Tips to Clean and Disinfect Your Home

Use this handy printable for a daily cleaning schedule of things you should be   cleaning and disinfecting each day.

Cleaning and Disinfecting Daily Checklist
  

Being married to a police officer means I have a daily cleaning schedule to clean and disinfect not only his work clothes but the house and anything that he may come in contact with. He’s an essential worker in the middle of a pandemic and while I’ve been diligent about staying home with the kids, he has to leave the house each day. So that means my cleaning schedule needs become a daily cleaning schedule to keep everything clean and disinfected. This handy printable is your guide to cleaning and disinfecting the surfaces you or your family may touch on a daily basis. [Read more…] about Daily Cleaning Schedule – Tips to Clean and Disinfect Your Home

Spring Must Haves from American Girl

For Easter or just Springtime fun, these favorites from  American Girl will keep your little one entertained for hours!  

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Like most parents,  I’m always on the lookout for fun toys and activities for the kids. My daughter is all about American Girl and I’m all for learning through play so I love that American Girl lets her explore her creative side all while having fun. If you haven’t been on the AmericanGirl website lately, you’ll love the new and exciting toys just waiting to help your child explore her creative  side. [Read more…] about Spring Must Haves from American Girl